Transmyocardial Revascularization (TMR) Surgery in Europe

Quirón has an internationally prestigious medical staff, the largest in the sector, and is also the principal hospital network in terms of patient numbers and care facility area. The group administers 38 healthcare centers, more than 2,864 hospital beds and 7,500 associate doctors.

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Xanit Hospital Internacional is a modern private hospital located in the suburbs of Malaga, Spain. The hospital is modern (opened in 2005), and the staff include over 200 specialists in all medical specialties.

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Medipol Mega Hospital Complex is a modern medical facility with four specialist hospitals and an extensive selection of high caliber medical devices available for use. The hospital provides treatments in a wide variety of medical fields in its 470 bed facility.

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The Ruber International Hospital is designed as a "whole hospital". thus achieving maximum efficiency in the organization and development of the various medical, welfare, educational and research activities.

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HYGEIA Hospital is the first large private hospital to operate in Greece and has been a leading healthcare provider for the last 35 years. It is the first and only hospital in Greece to be accredited by the JCI.

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Offering a complete care, the Clinique de l'Infirmerie Protestante in Lyon takes care of pathologies in more than 50 specialties. It brings together liberal health specialists, physicians and surgeons, who are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for their interventions.

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About Transmyocardial Revascularization

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What is TMR (Transmyocardial Revascularization)?
Transmyocardial Revascularization (TMR) is a surgical procedure performed in the treatment of stable angina that cannot be treated with medication. TMR is used as a treatment only if conventional treatments like angioplasty or bypass surgery cannot be performed. Laser is used during the procedure to make channels in the left ventricle of the heart.

How is TMR Performed?

An antibacterial solution is applied on the left side of the chest.

A sedative is given through an intravenous line.

Electrocardiogram is performed to monitor the heart rate and blood pressure.

Once the anesthesia is administered, an incision is made on the left side of the chest.

Channels of about one millimeter in size are made in the left ventricle with the help of a special laser.

Bleeding of the channels is stopped by pressing on them gently.

How to Prepare for TMR?

The patient’s medical condition is reviewed by the doctor.

Cardiac catheterization is performed to view the coronary arteries and any blockages.

Echocardiogram is performed.

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is performed to evaluate the function of the heart.

Other tests like Dobutamine Echocardiography and Cardiac MRI are also performed.

Duration of procedure/surgery : 1 to 2 hours

Days admitted : 4 to 7 days

Anesthesia : General Anesthesia

Recovery : - A complete recovery may take about three months. - Some patient may experience immediate relief after TMR.- The patient may still be required to take medications after TMR to improve blood flow.

After care : - The patient should refrain from strenuous activities. - Specific activity guidelines are given to the patient.- The patient may need to undergo a cardiac rehabilitation program to help in recovery. - The patient needs to meet the cardiologist frequently for follow up visits to monitor the progress after the TMR.